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1.

Who was the first ever visiting team in Pacific Bell Park history?
- A.
  
  Los Angeles Dodgers
- B.
  
  Arizona Diamondbacks
- C.
  
  Milwaukee Brewers
- D.
  
  New York Yankees
Correct Answer
C. Milwaukee Brewers

Explanation
The Milwaukee Brewers were the first ever visiting team in Pacific Bell Park history.

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2.

Which of the following Giants players had a stolen base during the 1989 NLCS?
- A.
  
  Jose Uribe
- B.
  
  Robby Thompson
- C.
  
  Brett Butler
- D.
  
  Pat Sheridan
Correct Answer
A. Jose Uribe

Explanation
Jose Uribe is the correct answer because he had a stolen base during the 1989 NLCS. This means that he successfully advanced to the next base without the opposing team catching the ball or tagging him out. The other players listed, Robby Thompson, Brett Butler, and Pat Sheridan, did not have a stolen base during the 1989 NLCS.

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3.

Which of the following Giants teams started the year 0-8 at home?
- A.
  
  2000 San Francisco Giants
- B.
  
  2008 San Francisco Giants
- C.
  
  1985 San Francisco Giants
- D.
  
  1990 San Francisco Giants
Correct Answer
D. 1990 San Francisco Giants

Explanation
The 1990 San Francisco Giants started the year 0-8 at home. This means that they lost all of their first eight home games of the season.

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4.

Which San Francisco Giants player was nicknamed "The Shoe"?
- A.
  
  Armando Rios
- B.
  
  John Vander Wal
- C.
  
  Marvin Benard
- D.
  
  Carlos Valderrama
Correct Answer
B. John Vander Wal

Explanation
John Vander Wal was nicknamed "The Shoe" because of his ability to hit line drives that would "stick to the shoe" of the outfielders. This nickname highlights his skill in hitting the ball hard and causing difficulties for the opposing team's defense.

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5.

Who got the last hit in Candlestick Park history?
- A.
  
  Rich Aurilia
- B.
  
  Bill Mueller
- C.
  
  Doug Mirabelli
- D.
  
  Ramon Martinez
Correct Answer
D. Ramon Martinez

Explanation
Ramon Martinez got the last hit in Candlestick Park history.

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6.

Which Giants closer struck out three straight batters with the bases loaded to earn a save?
- A.
  
  Sergio Romo
- B.
  
  Tyler Walker
- C.
  
  Brian Wilson
- D.
  
  Rod Beck
Correct Answer
B. Tyler Walker

Explanation
Tyler Walker is the correct answer because he is the only Giants closer listed who struck out three straight batters with the bases loaded to earn a save. Sergio Romo, Brian Wilson, and Rod Beck are all former Giants closers, but there is no information provided to suggest that they achieved this specific feat. Therefore, the correct answer is Tyler Walker.

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7.

Who did Rod Beck strike out to clinch the 1997 NL West title?
- A.
  
  Greg Vaughn
- B.
  
  Quilvio Veras
- C.
  
  Ruben Rivera
- D.
  
  John Flaherty
Correct Answer
A. Greg Vaughn

Explanation
Rod Beck struck out Greg Vaughn to clinch the 1997 NL West title.

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8.

Which team drafted Barry Bonds in the 1982 amateur draft?
- A.
  
  San Francisco Giants
- B.
  
  Pittsburgh Pirates
- C.
  
  Philadelphia Phillies
- D.
  
  Montreal Expos
Correct Answer
A. San Francisco Giants

Explanation
Barry Bonds was drafted by the San Francisco Giants in the 1982 amateur draft.

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9.

What did Brian Sabean say after he traded Matt Williams in the 1996-97 offseason?
- A.
  
  "We did our due diligence."
- B.
  
  "We kicked the tires on this one for a while."
- C.
  
  "It's the cost of doing business."
- D.
  
  "I am not an idiot."
Correct Answer
D. "I am not an idiot."
10.

Who was the Giants' PA announcer from 1987-1992?
- A.
  
  Sherri Davis
- B.
  
  Jeffrey Bonds
- C.
  
  Troy Richards
- D.
  
  Gregory Stevens
Correct Answer
B. Jeffrey Bonds
11.

Who made the final out for the Giants in the 1998 Wild Card tiebreaker?
- A.
  
  Rey Sanchez
- B.
  
  Stan Javier
- C.
  
  Joe Carter
- D.
  
  J.T. Snow
Correct Answer
C. Joe Carter

Explanation
Joe Carter made the final out for the Giants in the 1998 Wild Card tiebreaker.

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12.

Which Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher did Barry Bonds hit his 73rd home run against?
- A.
  
  Dennis Springer
- B.
  
  Chan Ho Park
- C.
  
  Darren Dreifort
- D.
  
  Carlos Perez
Correct Answer
A. Dennis Springer

Explanation
Barry Bonds hit his 73rd home run against Dennis Springer.

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13.

Which team did J.T. Snow start his career with?
- A.
  
  San Francisco Giants
- B.
  
  California Angels
- C.
  
  Anaheim Angels
- D.
  
  New York Yankees
Correct Answer
D. New York Yankees
14.

How many times have the Tampa Bay [Devil] Rays visited San Francisco?
- A.
  
  None
- B.
  
  1
- C.
  
  2
- D.
  
  3
Correct Answer
B. 1

Explanation
The Tampa Bay Rays have only visited San Francisco once.

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15.

Who did the Giants acquire from the Marlins for Armando Benitez?
- A.
  
  Justin Miller
- B.
  
  Cody Ross
- C.
  
  Randy Messenger
- D.
  
  Todd Linden
Correct Answer
C. Randy Messenger

Explanation
The Giants acquired Randy Messenger from the Marlins in exchange for Armando Benitez.

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16.

Candlestick Park once featured a hot tub behind the right-center field wall.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Candlestick Park, a former baseball stadium, did indeed have a hot tub located behind the right-center field wall. This unique feature allowed fans to enjoy the game while relaxing in a hot tub, providing a one-of-a-kind viewing experience.

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17.

Which team did Will Clark end his career with?
- A.
  
  Texas Rangers
- B.
  
  Baltimore Orioles
- C.
  
  San Francisco Giants
- D.
  
  St. Louis Cardinals
Correct Answer
D. St. Louis Cardinals

Explanation
Will Clark ended his career with the St. Louis Cardinals.

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18.

The Giants wore alternate uniforms at home during the 2002 season.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
During the 2002 season, the Giants did not wear alternate uniforms at home.

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19.

Which disbanded National League team did the New York Gothams replace in 1883?
- A.
  
  Detroit Wolverines
- B.
  
  Troy Trojans
- C.
  
  Cleveland Blues
- D.
  
  Worcester Worcesters
Correct Answer
B. Troy Trojans

Explanation
The New York Gothams replaced the Troy Trojans in 1883. This implies that the Troy Trojans were a disbanded National League team that was replaced by the Gothams.

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20.

The Dodgers suck.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

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San Francisco Giants Quiz

Who was the first ever visiting team in Pacific Bell Park history?

Which of the following Giants players had a stolen base during the 1989 NLCS?

Which of the following Giants teams started the year 0-8 at home?

Which San Francisco Giants player was nicknamed "The Shoe"?

Who got the last hit in Candlestick Park history?

Which Giants closer struck out three straight batters with the bases loaded to earn a save?

Who did Rod Beck strike out to clinch the 1997 NL West title?

Which team drafted Barry Bonds in the 1982 amateur draft?

What did Brian Sabean say after he traded Matt Williams in the 1996-97 offseason?

Who was the Giants' PA announcer from 1987-1992?

Who made the final out for the Giants in the 1998 Wild Card tiebreaker?

Which Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher did Barry Bonds hit his 73rd home run against?

Which team did J.T. Snow start his career with?

How many times have the Tampa Bay [Devil] Rays visited San Francisco?

Who did the Giants acquire from the Marlins for Armando Benitez?

Candlestick Park once featured a hot tub behind the right-center field wall.

Which team did Will Clark end his career with?

The Giants wore alternate uniforms at home during the 2002 season.

Which disbanded National League team did the New York Gothams replace in 1883?

The Dodgers suck.